Kitchen Steward (UPMC Shadyside)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Kitchen Attendant in Pittsburgh to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across production, service, dining, and storage areas. You will follow HACCP procedures, handle safety data sheets, and assist in light food preparation and serving residents.

Responsibilities include cleaning equipment, monitoring temperatures, delivering meals, and ensuring inspection readiness in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping and sanitation in kitchen, dining, or service areas.
• Knowledge of HACCP procedures and SDS safety guidelines.
• Willingness to assist in light food preparation and meal service.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
• Collects and removes trash; adheres to recycling guidelines.
• Cleans floors and walls in designated food service areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes and service ware.
• Follows SDS information and safety procedures for chemical use.
• Assists in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty.
• Assists in serving food and beverages to residents in the dining room.
• Delivers meals to residents' apartments when requested.
• Monitors and records temperatures according to operation guidelines.
• Maintains HACCP-compliant inspection readiness at all times.
• Uses and maintains equipment per guidelines; follows safety procedures.
• Completes table settings prior to each meal.

Skills

Sanitation

Food handling

Safety procedures

Education

Act 34 clearance

Job description

Purpose:

Maintains standards of housekeeping and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. Maintains department in an inspection-ready condition in accordance with Health Department guidelines.

Purpose:

Maintains standards of housekeeping and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. Maintains department in an inspection-ready condition in accordance with Health Department guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
• Collects and removes trash from all areas of the operation following established procedures. Adheres to recycling guidelines.
• Cleans and maintains floors and walls in designated food service areas following established procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes and related service ware following established procedures.
• Consistently adheres to SDS information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
• Assist in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty
• Assist in serving food and beverages to the residents in the dining room
• Deliver meals to residents' apartments when requested
• Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
• Monitors and records temperatures according to operation guidelines.
• Maintains inspection-readiness at all times and follows HACCP procedures while completing job duties.
• Uses and maintains equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines; follows all safety procedures.
• Complete table settings with water, butter, and crackers prior to each meal
• Duties as otherwise assigned

Work permit required if under 18 years old.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran